Evacuation alert issued for Chilliwack River lands due to flooding

FVRD issues evacuation alert for Chilliwack River areas due to flooding risks from atmospheric river event

Evacuation Alert Issued for Chilliwack River Area

The Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) has issued an Evacuation Alert for areas along the Chilliwack River due to flooding.

This alert is due to “the potential danger to life and safety because of an atmospheric river event with high river flows in the Chilliwack River Valley.”

Residents in the area, located within Electoral Area E, must be ready to leave on short notice, according to the FVRD.

Areas Affected by the Alert

The affected areas include:

Between the City of Chilliwack boundary and Allison Pool/Big Bend, any lands south of Chilliwack Lake and O’Byrne Road, and lands adjacent to the Chilliwack River.
Between Allison Pool and Chilliwack Lake, lands near the Chilliwack River, or within the Chilliwack River floodplain, including the Paulsen Road subdivision.

Safety Recommendations for Residents

The FVRD advises all residents in the area to:

Locate all family members and choose a meeting place outside the evacuation alert area.
Pack essential items, including ID, health needs, and important documents.
Make plans for those who need help, such as people with disabilities, seniors, and children.
Plan for animals, including taking pets with you and moving livestock to a safe location.
Arrange transportation for everyone in your household, including filling gas tanks.
Make plans for where to stay.
Set up or update your BC Emergency Support Services (ESS) profile at ess.gov.bc.ca to receive independent sheltering support funds.
Follow instructions from emergency officials and be prepared to leave immediately if an evacuation order is issued.